2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2009 Porsche 911 and 2009 Proton Arena were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Proton Arena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2009 Proton Arena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Porsche | Proton |
| Model | 911 | Arena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
